DoD SkillBridge: Critical Facilities Technician

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Critical Facilities Technician

SkillBridge Host Company: Aligned Data Centers

SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC

Location: Plano, Texas

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program. To Apply: Apply to this posting and then complete our SkillBridge interest form at

As a Critical Facilities Technician (CFT), you will help operate and maintain the systems that keep a data center running 24/7. Data centers house the technology and equipment that power the internet, cloud services, and critical business operations. In this role, you will monitor, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical, mechanical, cooling, and backup power systems that support the facility. You will respond to equipment alarms, perform routine maintenance, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and help ensure all systems operate safely and reliably.

This position is a great fit for service members with experience working on: Mission-critical equipment; Industrial systems; Power generation; HVAC; Electrical systems; Facilities maintenance; Other technical environments

The skills learned in many military occupations translate well to the structured procedures, safety focus, and operational discipline required in a data center. Aligned military positions include but are not limited to: Navy Nuke MMN, EMN, ETN, 91D Power Generation Technicians, GSE/GSM (Navy), Machinist Mate and Electrician's Mate (conventional), Army Prime Power, Navy Engineman, etc.

Successful candidates are detail-oriented, safety-focused, comfortable working with technical systems, and able to follow established processes while responding to changing operational needs. The role offers opportunities for continued technical training, career growth, and advancement within the rapidly expanding data center industry. Compensation target if hired after the internship is estimated between $83K - $120K per year; this is just an estimate and depends on job alignment, performance during internship, location, and other factors.

Competencies:

• Diversity
• Ethics
• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Business Acumen
• Change Management
• Cost Consciousness
• Customer Service
• Delegation
• Dependability
• Design
• Initiative
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Skills
• Judgment
• Leadership
• Managing People
• Motivation
• Oral Communication
• Organizational Support
• Planning/Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Project Management
• Quality
• Quality Management
• Quantity
• Safety and Security
• Strategic Thinking
• Teamwork
• Technical Skills
• Visionary Leadership
• Written Communication

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand, walk and sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work in high, precarious places
• Occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds

At Aligned Data Centers, we recognize the value that military service members bring to the workforce: accountability, technical expertise, leadership, teamwork, and the ability to perform in mission-critical environments. Many veterans are already familiar with the type of disciplined operations, safety standards, and problem-solving mindset required to succeed in a data center environment. The work you do at Aligned matters. Every cloud application, AI workload, video call, financial transaction, and critical business service depends on the infrastructure our teams build, operate, and maintain.

As a member of our team, you'll help support the technology that keeps the world connected. What sets Aligned apart is our commitment to investing in our people. We offer competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunities, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive health benefits, paid volunteer time, wellness programs, leadership development, and mentorship opportunities designed to help you build a long-term career.

Veterans who join Aligned become part of a collaborative, fast-growing company where hard work is recognized, internal growth is encouraged, and employees have the opportunity to advance their careers while working on some of the most important digital infrastructure projects in the world. Our culture values humility, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, creating an environment where veterans can continue to serve a meaningful mission while building a successful civilian career. Whether you're transitioning from military service or looking for your next career challenge, Aligned offers the opportunity to apply your skills, continue your professional growth, and be part of a team building the infrastructure that powers the future.